James R. Rose

James R. Rose, 74, of Roaring Spring, passed away on Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at UPMC Shadyside Hospital, Pittsburgh. He was born on February 27, 1952 in Dayton, Ohio; son of the late Whit and Sadie (Adams) Rose. On June 16, 1973 at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church in Roaring Spring, he was united in marriage to Pamela R. (Beach) Rose.

James was a Class of 1971 graduate of Hollidaysburg High School. He retired as a Structure Supervisor after 20 years of service with Conrail. James enjoyed playing guitar, listening to music, family BBQs, and time spent with his grandsons. He was an avid Railroad buff and member of the local American Legion and VFW.

James was preceded in death by his sister, Joyce Barry. Surviving is his wife, Pam; daughter, Patricia Feathers (Mark) of Roaring Spring; son, Brian Rose of Bellefonte; grandchildren: Caden Feathers, Braylen Feathers, Teagan Rose, and Jacob Rose; sisters: Lois George and Darlene Reilly; daughter-in-law, April Rose; and brother-in-law, Tom Barry.

Friends and family will be received on Tuesday, November 10, 2026 from 1:00PM until the 4:00PM Funeral Service at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church in Roaring Spring; Pastor Danny Hammel officiating. Interment will be in Alto-Reste Park, Altoona.

In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions in James’s name may be made to the Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site (110 Federal Park Rd. Gallitzin, PA 16641).

Arrangements by Fink & Stone Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc.; Martinsburg.

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